He was born on Oct. 24, 1928, in Bethany, Ill., to Orville Jay and Flossie (Davis) Sanner. He married Dorothy A. Foster on Jan. 1, 1948, in Lovington, Ill.

Bill enjoyed a career in commercial art and photography and was employed by Western Illinois University, beginning in 1963.

Bill also found success as a watercolor and oil painter. He depicted many historic sites and natural settings throughout McDonough County. Bill's work can be enjoyed by many who live in Macomb. He served in the U.S. Navy and is a veteran of World War II.

He is survived by wife Dorothy; daughters Marsha Dagit and Luanne Sanner of Macomb; granddaughter Jennifer (Jason) Hall of Macomb; and great grandchildren Duncan, Liam and Emmet Hall.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Jay Sanner Jr. and son Billy Sanner.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Dec. 15 at the Church of Christ, 850 W. McDonough St., in Macomb.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations benefit the Church of Christ with thanks for all the services it provides.